RR Auction: Fine Autographs and Artifacts

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military Important news of the Clinton-Arbuthnot Peace Declaration, prizes taken by Capt. John Paul Jones, and the Battle of Cowpens

316. The Connecticut Gazette; and the Universal Intelligencer (March 2, 1781). The Connecticut Gazette; and the Universal Intelligencer, March 2, 1781 (New-London, printed by Timothy Green). Contains important news of the news of the Clinton-Arbuthnot Peace Declaration, prizes taken by Capt. John Paul Jones, and the Battle of Cowpens. Starting Bid $500

317. USS Constitution 1973 Oak Restoration Pen Stand. Impressive dual pen stand made from wood reclaimed

during the 1973 restoration of the USS Constitution. The stand measures 15.5 x 4.5 x 3, with a plastic pen holder and miniature brass cannon to either side, and the upper central block affixed with an engraved plaque: “Made of Oak Removed from the USS Constitution (IX-21) During Restoration 1973.” The two original pens are included. In fine condition, with the left plastic pen holder cracked and loose. Starting Bid $200

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